John D. Cox. 2000. 384 pages. Award-winning science writer John D. Cox brings the science of meteorology down to earth. He covers a wide range of weather topics, including:
The basic elements of weather, such as air pressure, clouds, and humidity
Storms, hurricanes, tornadoes, monsoons, and other extreme forms of weather
Seasonal weather effects and why they vary
Includes dozens of detailed maps and charts and stunning photographs of weather conditions. Soft cover.